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Leap-The-Dips

Buildings and structures on the National Register of Historic Places in PennsylvaniaNational Historic Landmarks in PennsylvaniaNational Register of Historic Places in Blair County, PennsylvaniaOperating roller coastersRoller coasters in Pennsylvania
Roller coasters introduced in 1902Roller coasters manufactured by other buildersSide friction roller coastersWooden roller coasters
Leap The Dips (Lakemont Park)
Leap The Dips (Lakemont Park)

Leap-The-Dips is a wooden roller coaster which is located at Lakemont Park near Altoona, Pennsylvania. Built in 1902 by the Federal Construction Company and designed by E. Joy Morris, it is the oldest operating roller coaster in the world and believed to be the last surviving side friction roller coaster of the figure-eight variety. Leap-the-Dips operated continuously until 1985, when it closed after falling into disrepair. A fund-raising campaign led to its restoration, with refurbishment efforts beginning in 1997 and ending with a grand-reopening in 1999. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1996 and received the Coaster Classic and Coaster Landmark awards from American Coaster Enthusiasts.

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Park Avenue, Logan Township

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Lakemont Park & The Island Water Park

Park Avenue
16602 Logan Township
Pennsylvania, United States
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